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Monday, January 19th, 2026
Good morning, Philadelphia. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ After weather canceled the Jan. 1 performance, Philadelphia’s Mummers string band competition will have a second act on Jan. 31 with tickets at $12.15 for general admission and $24.30 for club seats (honoring a centuries-old local tradition). Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ More than 120 restaurants offer discounted prix-fixe menus for Center City Restaurant Week, which runs until Saturday, Jan. 31, in downtown. Diners can enjoy three-course dinners costing $45 & $60 or two-course lunches for $20 across the area. WHYY
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Temple researchers are testing air bubble foam to capture PFAS and microplastics from Schuylkill surface water — early tests showed near-zero contaminants and they will partner with local wastewater utilities to expand this sustainable method. WHYY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Officials urge residents to test homes for radon this National Radon Action Month — the invisible gas can increase lung cancer risk if exposure exceeds safe limits, so readers should follow test kit instructions and mail kits promptly for lab analysis. KYW Newsradio
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Eagles completed an interview with Jim Bob Cooter over the weekend and will soon interview Brian Daboll and Mike Kafka as they search for a new offensive coordinator. The team plans to build on past relationships (former roles include working with Coach Sirianni) to boost its offense. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ The Philadelphia Eagles have signed special teams coordinator Michael Clay to a new deal despite interest from the Buccaneers. Clay has been with the team since 2021 and helped the Eagles reach two Super Bowls before choosing to stay. Metro Philadelphia
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